Alpaca Wool Pullover Sweater, 'Andean Meadow'

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About

Evoking the mesmerizing greens of highland meadows, Fernando Cano creates a sweater of vibrant patterns. He works in luxurious alpaca wool, long prized for its lightweight warmth. Green and turquoise find a complement in black and orange.

Product details

100% alpaca

Dry clean or hand wash

Lay flat to dry

Textile softness: Soft -- this item has been made with natural fibers that are soft to the touch

Meet the artist

"If you truly want something in life, you will do all that is within your means to get it."

Update (June, 2019)

“I was born in the year 1973 in the district of Macate in the department of Ancash. My parents were engaged in agriculture in the countryside. I consider myself a very creative man, and very enterprising-- I always want to be doing things, to go forward and never to stay behind. I am very active and sociable. I trained a lot, in study centers like the Chamber of Foreign Trade of Lima and taking courses in Adex, all accompanied by a lot of practice and perseverance.

“One of my dreams is to continue growing as a textile artist, to be recognized not only locally but at the international level, and to give a better quality of life to my family. I love my art because it allows me to be very versatile in the design, the colors, and the textures to create each piece. Thanks to God that gave me this gift; today I can say that I live what I really love. The road has not been easy, but it is worth it in every way. What I want to convey through my art is all my knowledge and practice that are reflected every time I finish a piece and I feel totally proud of the final product. I am currently a totally happy person, since very few people in this world dedicate themselves to something that they really love, as I do. For me this work means everything; I love and appreciate being able to get my family forward thanks to this.”

Original Artisan Story:

"The greatest challenge I've ever faced was getting my family to understand my passion for textiles. I was born in the Macate district of the Ancash department and my parents worked in the fields. My artistic origins come from my family, my uncles worked in textiles and little by little they introduced me to this world. I love being part of this world, where I can translate materials into beautiful products.

"Getting started was difficult and my family didn't think I would make it, yet slowly but surely I managed to prove them wrong. If you truly want something in life, you will do all that is within your means to get it.

"I have achieved every goal I have set for myself and in this way I have discovered new and wonderful techniques within this grand art form.

"As for hobbies, I enjoy playing football soccer and of course everything related to this art since I like playing with colors, textiles, textures, etc.

"My work is motivated by a desire to show my art to people everywhere, from as many countries as possible! I would like my designs to transmit my experience and skills – each final piece is a proud representative of my creativity.
"My work means everything to me: it's what I love and cherish, and I love the fact that I can provide for my family thanks to it. I consider myself a happy person and every day I strive to get ahead, not only in work, but also as a person, a husband, and as a son.
"I would like to thank Novica customers for allowing us into their homes, and for getting to know Peruvian arts and crafts. They are made with inspired hands."

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Triple 'Win' Pricing

Kiva Store offers triple win pricing, where YOU the consumer, Children from around the world, and Artisans all benefit.

WIN # 1 You Save!

Handmade goods from developing nations usually pass through a series of intermediaries before being purchased by retail consumers. Each of these intermediaries adds cost to the product, and that cost is passed on to the customer. The U.S. Fund for Kiva partnered with NOVICA, who works directly with artists through their regional offices in Asia, Africa and Latin America, allowing purchases from Kiva Store to go directly from the artisans to fulfilling customer orders. By skipping steps in the traditional supply chain, you can buy high quality items for less than the regular retail prices.

WIN # 2 Children Benefit!

Each item purchased from Kiva Store will benefit Kiva's programmes that provide lifesaving nutrition, medicine, education, clean water, emergency relief and more to children in need.

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